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Africa: Horn |
Key Sudan militia supports Kiir |
2005-08-15 |
![]() Garang died in a helicopter crash on 30 July and was succeeded by Kiir, former commander of the Sudan People's Liberation Army. In his inaugural speech on Thursday, Kiir expressed his desire to reach out to southern military and political factions. Matip, who had stayed away when Garang was in power, was one of hundreds of delegates who greeted Kiir at the Khartoum airport on Wednesday, receiving a warm embrace, attended his inauguration, and met with him both Friday and Saturday. |
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